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February 2017
Pier Peer in Tacoma
Explore the intertidal zone and discover elusive marine organisms with experienced naturalists. After a chilly night of adventure, warm up with a mug of hot coco. Pre-registration is required.
Find out more »Dams and Dirt: The Coastal Response to the Elwha Dam Removal
How has the removal of the Elwha Dam, the largest dam removal project in US history, affected our environment? Join WSG’s Coastal Hazard Specialist, Ian Miller, to learn more about how the coasts have responded.
Find out more »First Aid at Sea
Be safe this winter. Washington Sea Grant and the Port of Seattle Fishermen’s Terminal are co-sponsoring a Coast Guard-approved First Aid at Sea Course on Friday, Monday, Feb. 13. Topics covered include CPR, patient assessment, hypothermia, cold water, near-drowning, shock, trauma, burns, fractures, choking, immobilization, and key contents for a complete First Aid kits. When: Monday, Feb. 13, 2017 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where Nordby Conference Room Nordby Bldg. Fishermen’s Terminal, Seattle Fee: $100 ($50 for…
Find out more »Washington Sea Grant Outreach Workshop
Washington Sea Grant (WSG) is requesting proposals for one-to two-year projects from investigators at academic, research and education institutions throughout the state of Washington (2017 Request for Proposals). This workshop is to brief potential PIs on the Sea Grant program, introduce WSG staff, and facilitate collaborative and innovative plans for outreach and engagement. Investigators are strongly encouraged to attend. Monday, February 13, 2017 1:30 – 4:00pm NHS Hall (Northwest Horticultural Society) Center for Urban Horticulture, University of Washington 3501 NE…
Find out more »Liberty Bay Open House
Join the Suquamish Tribe Fisheries Department to learn about their Shellfish Program and the anticipated opening of Liberty Bay for shellfish consumption. The open houses will include: Speakers Video Question and answer session For more information, contact Jeff Moore at jmoore@suquamish.nsn.us or Elizabeth Unsell at eunsell@suquamish.nsn.us.
Find out more »Talk: Environmental Programs at the Port of Olympia
Rachael Jamison, Director for Environmental Studies for the Port of Olympia, will be presenting on the port's environmental programs as part of the South Sound Estuary Association's Discovery Speaker Series.
Find out more »Crab Team Training Workshop (FULL)
This event is now full. Thank you to those who signed up! If you would still like to attend, please see the March training workshop at Padilla Bay, or other regional trainings on Crab Team's events calendar. Interested in becoming a Crab Team volunteer monitor to help protect pocket estuaries in north Puget Sound? This full-day training workshop will fully equip you to be our "Boots in the Mud" and join the Crab Team volunteer corps - no prior experience necessary. The workshop will include: An…
Find out more »Families with Children: Junior Ecologists (ages 6-9) Forage Fish
Forage fish serve as a foundation for marine food webs. Learn about the importance of the small fries from the staff at the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
Find out more »Point Defiance Beach Cleanup
Join other volunteers at these cleanup events held every 3rd Saturday at the Point Defiance Marina and make a difference in the health and cleanliness of our beaches. Meet at Point Defiance Marina Complex, 5912 N. Waterfront Dr.
Find out more »Deadline for Submission: Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship
Dean John A. Knauss Marine Policy Fellows work for one year on a congressional staff or in a federal agency, where they study, implement and even create marine policy. Ten congressional positions and 30 or more agency positions are available each year. Washington Sea Grant may nominate up to six fellows to be considered by the National Sea Grant office.
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